Education Program Consultant I

State of North Carolina

1d • Remote

About The Position

This position is responsible for documenting and facilitating the collection, validation, and processing of data used in the testing and accountability programs. The Office of Accountability and Testing is responsible for developing and implementing the Annual Testing Program in grades 3–12 and the school accountability program. The work of the office is organizationally and technically complex and requires the application of statistics, research and designs methods, and logistical planning and execution daily. Administrative and policy decision-making at the levels of the U.S. Department of Education, U. S. Congress, the North Carolina General Assembly, the State Board of Education, and the Department of Public Instruction directly and indirectly impact the office’s activities and its operations on a routine basis. The office’s work encompasses highly sensitive and confidential information/data as the assessment program generates results for individual students, teachers, schools, and school districts in the state for grades 3–12.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of specifically related experience in public education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Responsibilities

• Document and facilitate processes and procedures used for collection and validation of data from internal and external sources.
• Ensure the accurate processing of finalized data into the appropriate data systems.
• Evaluate policy, processes and procedures making recommendations for improvement.
• Provide support to NCDPI initiatives including participation in committees and presenting to stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain and support systems used by stakeholders to submit and validate data.
• Review and process data changes after collections have been completed.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees